Blackwell Creek Woodland Lake
Key Takeaway
Blackwell Creek Woodland Lake is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1981 and is 45 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 81% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 270 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Year Completed | 1981 (45 years old) |
| NID ID | GA04645 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
David Morrison
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Blackwell Creek Woodland Lake?
Blackwell Creek Woodland Lake is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Blackwell Creek Woodland Lake?
Blackwell Creek Woodland Lake is owned by David Morrison (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Blackwell Creek Woodland Lake built?
Blackwell Creek Woodland Lake was completed in 1981, making it 45 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Blackwell Creek Woodland Lake?
Blackwell Creek Woodland Lake serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Blackwell Creek Woodland Lake?
Blackwell Creek Woodland Lake has a dam height of 32 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Blackwell Creek Woodland Lake last inspected?
Blackwell Creek Woodland Lake was last inspected on November 7, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.